COVID-19 risks
Oct. 19, 2022, midnight
In light of the general improvement in the global infection situation and the fact that the G7 countries have already canceled the designation of levels by country and region, all the new coronavirus infectious disease risk information was issued on October 19. The world is uniformly set to level 1 (please be careful).
Aug. 24, 2022, midnight
On August 24, the infectious disease risk information for 41 countries was changed from level 3 (recommendation to avoid travel) to level 2 (please refrain from non-essential travel), and the infectious disease risk information for 55 countries/regions was changed to level 2. The level has been lowered from (Please refrain from unnecessary and non-urgent travel) to Level 1 (Please be careful).
July 25, 2022, midnight
On July 23, Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus of the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the global outbreak of monkeypox a "public health emergency of international concern." According to the WHO, more than 16,000 cases of monkeypox infection in 75 countries and regions have been reported so far, and the infection is spreading worldwide.
July 1, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the risk of death and aggravation has decreased, and deregulation at the water's edge and in Japan has also been seen, especially in countries where vaccination is progressing worldwide. I'm on the way. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
May 26, 2022, midnight
Although the infection status of the new corona varies depending on the situation in each country and region, the number of new infections and deaths is declining worldwide, and the risk of death and aggravation is mainly in countries where vaccination is progressing. Is declining, and regulations are being relaxed at the water's edge and in Japan. Based on these trends, the infectious disease risk information level is now available after comprehensively considering the actual conditions of each country / region, such as the status of infection, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures in each country / region. Was reviewed.
April 1, 2022, midnight
The level of infectious disease risk information should be reviewed after comprehensively considering the actual situation of each country / region, such as the number of newly infected people in each country / region, vaccination status, infectious disease control / medical system, and status of various measures. It was made. As a result, infectious disease risk information has been reduced from Level 3 "Recommendation for suspension of travel" to Level 2 "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" in 106 countries.
Nov. 29, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please be informed and try to prevent the infection.
Aug. 13, 2021, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
May 18, 2021, midnight
Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".
May 18, 2021, midnight
Coronavirus infections are still spreading worldwide, with more than 160 million confirmed infections and more than 3 million deaths worldwide. Although the number of infected people is decreasing in North America and Europe, the situation continues to require caution, such as the remarkable spread of infection in South Asia.
Based on this situation, the infectious disease risk information level in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, Saint Lucia, Thailand, East Timor, and Mongolia has been newly set to Level 2 by comprehensively considering various situations including the deterioration of the infection situation. "Please stop unnecessary and unurgent travel" has been raised to Level 3 "Travel Cancellation Recommendation".
Oct. 30, 2020, midnight
As the infection may spread further, please obtain the latest information and try to prevent the infection.
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- Dec. 16, 2025, midnight [Wide Area Information] Warning about illegal part-time work overseas by criminal organizations, including the Anonymous Mobile Crime Group (Tokuryu) (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator)
- Dec. 16, 2025, midnight Warning about special fraud (to avoid becoming a victim)
- Nov. 28, 2025, midnight Alert regarding terrorism in Europe and the United States
- Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Alert regarding chikungunya fever
- Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Zika virus infection alert (updated)
[Wide Area Information] Warning about illegal part-time work overseas by criminal organizations, including the Anonymous Mobile Crime Group (Tokuryu) (How to avoid becoming a perpetrator)
Dec. 16, 2025, midnight wide area information
There have been a number of cases where people have applied for illegal part-time work overseas and ended up being forced to act as "callers" for criminal organizations and take part in special fraud overseas, or where people have unintentionally become complicit in crimes by couriering illegal drugs (such as marijuana), and ended up being detained or protected by local police.
●If you feel that you have applied for an illegal part-time job overseas, do not worry or keep it to yourself, but seek help from a family member or someone close to you, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the police, etc.
●If you feel that as a result of applying for an illegal part-time job overseas, you have become (or been forced to become) complicit in a crime such as specialized fraud or illegal drug smuggling, please do not hesitate to contact or consult with the local Japanese embassy or consulate general.
Warning about special fraud (to avoid becoming a victim)
Dec. 16, 2025, midnight wide area information
● Special fraud, in which money is defrauded by contacting people without meeting them in person, is also occurring overseas. There have been confirmed cases in which people have impersonated Japanese government officials, such as Japanese embassy staff, Japanese consulate staff, Japanese police officers, and customs officials.
●Japanese public institutions such as the Japanese Embassy, Japanese Consulate General, police officers, and customs officials will never request remittances without following proper procedures. Please take precautions such as not easily responding to suspicious phone calls, emails, social media messages, etc. that you do not recognize.
●If you feel even slightly uneasy while outside of Japan, please consult your nearest Japanese Embassy or Consulate-General.
Alert regarding terrorism in Europe and the United States
Nov. 28, 2025, midnight wide area information
During holiday and event seasons such as Christmas and New Year, people gather and travel more, making you more likely to become a target of terrorism.
○Against the backdrop of the situation in the Middle East, terrorist incidents targeting Israeli interests and Jewish people have occurred, so caution is required even during Jewish anniversaries and holidays, as well as the periods before and after them.
In recent years, terrorist attacks have been occurring in Europe and the United States, targeting places where security and surveillance are weak and where many ordinary citizens gather. In particular, areas around tourist facilities, event venues, restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, public transportation, and religious facilities have become targets of terrorism.
○ Always make an effort to obtain the latest information and take sufficient precautions to ensure your safety.
Alert regarding chikungunya fever
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● Chikungunya fever, which causes symptoms such as fever, joint pain, and rash, is prevalent in Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
● Chikungunya fever is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the chikungunya virus, so in the above areas please be sure to take the preventive measures described below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Zika virus infection alert (updated)
Nov. 21, 2025, midnight Wide area information (infectious diseases)
● The number of cases of Zika virus infection, which causes symptoms such as fever and rash and can result in congenital disorders such as microcephaly in fetuses, has decreased globally since 2017, but infections continue to occur, albeit in small numbers, in Latin America, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific region.
● Zika virus infection is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito infected with the virus, so if you are in the above areas, please be sure to take the preventive measures listed below in 1(4), such as wearing long sleeves and using insect repellent spray.
● If you suspect you may be infected, please visit a medical institution as soon as possible.
Travel advisories from local embassies and consulates
Information from the past two weeks.
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- Dec. 18, 2025, 3 p.m. Notice regarding the restoration of our main telephone line
- Dec. 15, 2025, noon Caution following terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney
- Dec. 15, 2025, 11:40 a.m. Caution following terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney
- Dec. 15, 2025, 11:25 a.m. Caution following terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney
- Dec. 15, 2025, 10:30 a.m. Caution following terror attack at Bondi Beach
- Dec. 15, 2025, 10:30 a.m. Caution regarding terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney (December 15th) (Safety Information)
Notice regarding the restoration of our main telephone line
Dec. 18, 2025, 3 p.m.
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Caution following terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney
Dec. 15, 2025, noon
[Main text]
1. On December 14th, a terrorist attack using firearms, believed to have targeted Jews, occurred at Bondi Beach in Sydney, NSW, during a Jewish event. In addition to this incident, there have been a series of incidents in Australia this January, including an attempted bombing targeting Jews, as well as vandalism, attempted arson, arson, and the discovery of related explosives at synagogues and their surrounding areas, which are believed to have been perpetrated by anti-Semitic individuals.
2. A Jewish event being held at Melbourne's Federation Square will be held with increased security and part of it will be turned into a memorial service.
Additionally, in August last year, the Australian government raised the terrorism threat level in Australia from level 2 (possible) to level 3 (probable) out of 5. The Australian government explained that the reason for raising the terrorism alert level was due to a combination of factors, including an increase in domestic threat actors who are influenced by sociopolitical issues, and the existence of international situations that could trigger terrorist acts, such as conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
3. To avoid unforeseen circumstances, all Japanese nationals are requested to make efforts to stay up to date with the latest information and to ensure their own safety by avoiding places that are likely to be targeted by hate crimes or terrorism, such as synagogues and other Jewish facilities, and areas around demonstrations and protests, especially around Jewish anniversaries and holidays. The major Jewish events scheduled for the near future are as follows:
Hanukkah (Festival of Lights): December 14, 2025 to December 22, 2025 Pesach (Passover): April 1 to April 9, 2026 (planned)
4. In the unlikely event that you encounter an incident or accident and need to seek emergency help, please dial the emergency number 000. Your call will be transferred to the police, fire department, or ambulance depending on the situation. (If you do not speak English, your call will be transferred to the police in the Tokyo metropolitan area, who can arrange for a Japanese interpreter.)
Please also refer to the safety guide posted on our website.
https://www.melbourne.au.emb-japan.go.jp/files/100887210.pdf
Consulate-General of Japan in Melbourne
Consulate-General of Japan in Melbourne
Level 25, 570 Bourke Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
(Contact) Consulate-General of Japan in Melbourne (03)9679-4510
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Caution following terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney
Dec. 15, 2025, 11:40 a.m.
On Sunday, December 14th, a shooting incident occurred at a Jewish festival celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach in Sydney, New South Wales (NSW).
2. Tensions are expected to rise again around the following Jewish religious anniversaries and holidays. Therefore, please be careful to avoid going near synagogues, Jewish commercial facilities, restaurants, and meeting places, especially around these periods.
Hanukkah (Festival of Lights): December 14th to December 22nd, 2025 Pesach (Passover): April 1st to April 9th, 2026
3. In the unlikely event that you encounter an incident or accident and need to seek emergency help, please dial the emergency number "000 (triple zero)". Your call will be transferred to the police, fire department, or ambulance depending on the situation. (If you do not speak English, your call will be transferred to the police in the Tokyo metropolitan area, who can arrange for a Japanese interpreter.)
4. While no notable incidents have occurred in the Cairns area to date and there are no signs of a terrorist attack, terrorist attacks can occur anywhere, at any time. Furthermore, as many people will be traveling to other cities over the New Year holidays and other periods, please be sure to gather local information. Even if you have filed a residence notification with the Cairns Consular Office, if you are traveling outside of our jurisdiction (such as Brisbane or NSW), you can register with Tabi-Regi, which will allow you to receive emails from the embassy or consulate with jurisdiction over your registered location during the registration period.
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Consulate-General of Japan in Brisbane, Cairns Consular Office
Consular Office in Cairns, Consulate General of Japan in Brisbane Level 15 Cairns Corporate Tower,
15 Lake Street Cairns, QLD 4870
PO Box 1493 Cairns QLD 4870 (Please send mail to this post office box.)
Reception hours: 9:00-12:00, 13:30-16:00 (Monday to Friday)
Tel: (07) 4051-5177
Email: jcairns@bb.mofa.go.jp
Caution following terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney
Dec. 15, 2025, 11:25 a.m.
[Main text]
1. On Sunday, December 14th, a terrorist attack using a firearm, believed to have targeted Jews, occurred at Bondi Beach in Sydney, NSW, during a Jewish event. In addition to this incident, there have been a series of incidents in Australia, including an attempted bombing targeting Jews in January this year, as well as vandalism, attempted arson, arson, and the discovery of related explosives at synagogues and their surrounding areas, which are believed to have been perpetrated by anti-Semitic individuals.
2. In addition, in August last year, the Australian government raised the terrorism threat level in Australia from level 2 (possible) to level 3 (probable) out of 5. The Australian government explained that the reason for raising the terrorism alert level was due to a combination of factors, including an increase in domestic threat actors influenced by socio-political issues, and the existence of international situations that could trigger terrorist acts, such as conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine.
3. To avoid unforeseen circumstances, all Japanese nationals are requested to make efforts to stay up to date with the latest information and to ensure their own safety by avoiding places that are likely to be targeted by hate crimes or terrorism, such as synagogues and other Jewish facilities, and areas around demonstrations and protests, especially around Jewish anniversaries and holidays. The major Jewish events scheduled for the near future are as follows:
Hanukkah (Festival of Lights): December 14, 2025 to December 22, 2025 Pesach (Passover): April 1 to April 9, 2026 (scheduled)
4. In the unlikely event that you encounter an incident or accident and need to seek emergency help, please dial the emergency number "000". Your call will be transferred to the police, fire department, or ambulance depending on the situation.
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Phone: +61-8-9480-1800
Website: http://www.perth.au.emb-japan.go.jp/
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Caution following terror attack at Bondi Beach
Dec. 15, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
1. On the evening of the 14th, a terrorist attack occurred at Bondi Beach during a Jewish event, involving a shooting that appeared to target Jews, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries. However, local police have announced that there is currently no threat related to this incident.
2. Currently, access to the area around the crime scene is restricted, and restrictions are expected to remain in place due to police investigations, etc., so please be aware of this.
3. We ask that all Japanese nationals make an effort to stay up to date with the latest information to avoid unforeseen incidents, and take steps to ensure their own safety, particularly around Jewish anniversaries and holidays, by avoiding places that are likely to be targeted by hate crimes and terrorism, such as synagogues and other Jewish facilities, and areas around demonstrations and protest venues. The major Jewish events scheduled for the near future are as follows:
Hanukkah (Festival of Lights): December 14, 2025 to December 22, 2025 Pesach (Passover): April 1 to April 9, 2026 (scheduled) 4. Many large-scale events are also planned for the New Year. Please be aware of unforeseen circumstances and exercise caution in places where large numbers of people gather.
5. If you are a victim of a crime or if you become aware of a Japanese national being victimized, please report the crime to the police (000) and request that they take action, and also notify our Embassy.
[Consulate-General of Japan in Sydney]
Level 12, 1 O'Connell Street,
Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
Main phone number (61-2) 9250-1000
Fax (61-2) 9252-6600
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Caution regarding terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Sydney (December 15th) (Safety Information)
Dec. 15, 2025, 10:30 a.m.
On Sunday, December 14th, a shooting incident occurred at a Jewish festival celebrating Hanukkah at Bondi Beach in Sydney, NSW.
2. Tensions are expected to rise again around the following Jewish religious anniversaries and holidays. Therefore, please be careful to avoid going near synagogues, Jewish commercial facilities, restaurants, and meeting places, especially around these periods.
- Around December 24th to January 1st, 2026 (Hanukkah)
・April 1st to April 8th, 2026 (Passover)
3. If you are a victim or receive information that a Japanese national has been a victim, please report it to the police at "000 (Triple Zero)" and request that they take action, and also notify our Embassy.
4. Those currently staying at ACT or planning to stay in the future should take sufficient precautions to avoid becoming involved in such incidents, by making advance preparations and paying attention to the latest developments.
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Consular Section, Embassy of Japan in Australia Tel: 02-6273-3244 (main line)
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